Charisma Carpenter said that her new docu-series for Investigation Discovery, "Surviving Evil," — which premieres Aug. 28 — aims to inspire viewers, and suggests it could inspire other networks.

Two decades ago, The "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Angel" alum survived a violent attack and helped to put the man away. "Surviving Evil" shares similar stories of women (and at least one guy) who had fought back in their own way against their attackers.

Carpenter wasn't sure what the official advice from law enforcement would be in cases of being attacked, but said, "Your chances of surviving increase if you fight immediately."